The Noble Dram | Scotch for Starters: Peat (Season 2 | Ep. 16)
What exactly is peat, and why does it make some Scotch whiskies taste like a campfire by the sea?
In this episode of Scotch for Starters, Gavin and Aaron tackle one of the most misunderstood and most polarizing topics in Scotch whisky. Whether you're peat-curious or a lifelong smoke lover, we'll explain what peat is, how it's used during whisky production, why it creates such unique flavors, and why not all peated Scotch tastes the same.
To bring the lesson to life, we're pouring two incredible drams:
🥃 Longrow Peated (Campbeltown)
🥃 Caol Ila 12 Year Old (Islay)
You'll discover why these two…
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